What's the distance between Munich and Cologne by coach?

The distance between Munich and Cologne by coach is approximately 284 miles (457 km).

What is the best way to go from Munich to Cologne without flying?

You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Bus Munich to Cologne from £19 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Munich to Cologne on 17 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:45	ZOB Hackerbrücke	9h 35m	22:20	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	21:15	Munich Fröttmaning	7h 45m	05:00	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Fastest
Bus	16:15	ZOB Hackerbrücke	10h 40m	02:55	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	19:30	ZOB Hackerbrücke	9h 10m	04:40	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	20:50	ZOB Hackerbrücke	8h 10m	05:00	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Munich to Cologne on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	08:15	ZOB Hackerbrücke	8h 30m	16:45	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	04:45	ZOB Hackerbrücke	7h 20m	12:05	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	Fastest
Bus	00:55	MUC Airport T2	10h 45m	11:40	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	00:35	MUC Airport T2	11h 30m	12:05	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags
Bus	02:00	ZOB Hackerbrücke	8h	10:00	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Munich to Cologne on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:00	ZOB Hackerbrücke	8h	10:00	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	04:45	ZOB Hackerbrücke	7h 20m	12:05	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	Fastest
Bus	08:15	ZOB Hackerbrücke	8h 30m	16:45	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	10:45	ZOB Hackerbrücke	9h 40m	20:25	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	17:20	ZOB Hackerbrücke	10h 15m	03:35	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Munich to Cologne on 20 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:00	ZOB Hackerbrücke	8h	10:00	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	04:45	ZOB Hackerbrücke	7h 20m	12:05	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	Fastest
Bus	08:15	ZOB Hackerbrücke	8h 30m	16:45	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	10:45	ZOB Hackerbrücke	9h 40m	20:25	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	19:30	ZOB Hackerbrücke	9h 10m	04:40	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

Next departures from Munich to Cologne on 21 November
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	08:45	ZOB Hackerbrücke	21h 40m	06:25	Cologne/Bonn Airport	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Munich to Cologne on 22 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:00	ZOB Hackerbrücke	8h	10:00	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	04:45	ZOB Hackerbrücke	7h 20m	12:05	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	Fastest
Bus	07:40	ZOB Hackerbrücke	22h 45m	06:25	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
Bus	00:55	MUC Airport T2	9h 50m	10:45	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	00:35	MUC Airport T2	11h 30m	12:05	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags

Next departures from Munich to Cologne on 23 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:00	ZOB Hackerbrücke	8h	10:00	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	04:45	ZOB Hackerbrücke	7h 20m	12:05	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	Fastest
Bus	08:45	ZOB Hackerbrücke	21h 40m	06:25	Cologne/Bonn Airport	No tags
Bus	00:55	MUC Airport T2	9h 50m	10:45	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	00:35	MUC Airport T2	11h 30m	12:05	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags

Next departures from Munich to Cologne on 24 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	02:00	ZOB Hackerbrücke	8h	10:00	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	Cheapest
Bus	04:45	ZOB Hackerbrücke	7h 20m	12:05	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	Fastest
Bus	00:55	MUC Airport T2	9h 50m	10:45	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	00:35	MUC Airport T2	11h 30m	12:05	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags
Bus	08:15	ZOB Hackerbrücke	8h 30m	16:45	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Munich to Cologne

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10carpool per day

5h 50mAverage duration

283 milesDistance

19kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average price£20 - £181	Average duration9h 40m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£16 - £234	Average duration4h 52m	CO₂ emissions 11kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average price£21 - £54	Average duration5h 50m	CO₂ emissions 19kg CO₂e

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Where are the popular stops in Munich and Cologne?

Stops in Munich

A - ZOB Hackerbrücke

B - Munich Airport

C - Fröttmaning

D - Hauptbahnhof Nord

E - Munchen (Almanya)

F - Munchen Airport

Stops in Cologne

A - Cologne/Bonn Airport

B - Hbf

C - Gummersbacher Str.

D - Riehl Zoo

E - Leverkusen Mitte

F - Rhein Energie Stadion

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Munich to Cologne

What's the distance between Munich and Cologne by coach?
The distance between Munich and Cologne by coach is approximately 284 miles (457 km).
What is the best way to go from Munich to Cologne without flying?
You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

15/11

£45

16/11

£130

Today

£33

18/11

£30

19/11

£27

20/11

£26

21/11

£79

22/11

£27

The cheapest trip from Munich to Cologne was searched and found on 20 Nov 2025 with a price of £26

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Munich to Cologne as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £26 to £130 for a bus ticket from Munich to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £26, which is on 2025-11-20.